Interactive Learning Materials Utilized By the Teachers of Tinga Itaas Elementary School, Division of Batangas City

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This action research is undertaken to determine the extent which the interactive learning materials was utilized by classroom teachers in Tinga Itaas Elementary School in the Division of Batangas City. Specifically, it sought answers to the following questions: What is the profile of the respondents in terms of age and educational attainment? To what extent do the respondents utilize the interactive learning materials in teaching the pupils in the different learning areas? What suggestions may be offered toward improving interactive learning materials?

METHODS

The study employed the descriptive method of research using a checklist questionnaire. This study aimed to find out present conditions about the interactive learning materials employed and utilized in teaching the elementary grade pupils.

RESULTS

Based on the data presented, the following findings were drawn: In terms of age of the respondents, the majority belongs to 25 to 35 age range, and in terms of educational attainment, all teachers graduated from Bachelor of Elementary Education and only three have units in master's degree. The teachers of Tinga Itaas Elementary School were utilizing the interactive materials to a large extent. There is a need to continue the utilization of interactive learning materials.

DISCUSSIONS

The classroom teachers utilized the interactive learning materials to a great extent and the strategies they suggested is to encourage mentally challenged learners. The study was limited to 11 teachers and 48 grade III pupils of Tinga Labac Elementary School. The findings of this study would serve as a basis to improve the employment of interactive learning materials. This study offered suggestions toward improving the learning materials.